Dutton's Introduction to Physical Therapy and Patient Skills 2nd Edition

A comprehensive intro to the art,science, and practice of physical therapy

With Dutton's Introduction to Physical Therapy and Patient Skills, Second Edition,  you get complete and well-rounded coverage of the practice of physical  therapy (PT). This comprehensive introduction provides the conceptual  framework you need to build a solid foundation in PT―including a  historical perspective of the profession, an introduction to healthcare  policy, and in-depth coverage of evidence-informed practice.

The  book describes how movement evolves, how it becomes skilled, and how  dysfunction can occur; illustrates the necessary skills you need to  successfully practice PT; explains how to development areas of  expertise, including how to enhance a patient's function in such tasks  as bed mobility, transfers, and gait training; and much more. The author  emphasizes both patient and clinician safety through the use of correct  body mechanics, application of assistive and safety devices, and  infection control procedures.